Weight Loss Counselling in Angus

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Lindsay-Jo Sevier-Guy
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Every person is different, which means every treatment will be different too. I provide a range of psychological therapies that will be tailored to meet your needs. I work with people of all ages and backgrounds. Difficulties I work with include (but are not limited to): depression, anxiety, stress (including work, academic, or general life stress), loss and bereavement, panic, OCD, anger, trauma, life changes (e.g. birth, retirement, relationship ending), sexual difficulties, eating disorders, health anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and desire for personal development.
Every person is different, which means every treatment will be different too. I provide a range of psychological therapies that will be tailored to meet your needs. I work with people of all ages and backgrounds. Difficulties I work with include (but are not limited to): depression, anxiety, stress (including work, academic, or general life stress), loss and bereavement, panic, OCD, anger, trauma, life changes (e.g. birth, retirement, relationship ending), sexual difficulties, eating disorders, health anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and desire for personal development.
01382 797247 View 01382 797247
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Resolution Psychotherapy
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, GMBPsS
Montrose DD10
With extensive experience in addressing childhood trauma and anxiety, coupled with over 300 hours of clinical practice across children's mental health and adult therapy, I provide a nurturing and confidential space for exploration and recovery. Whether you are grappling with anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, or other challenges, I aim to collaboratively guide you towards sustainable well-being.
With extensive experience in addressing childhood trauma and anxiety, coupled with over 300 hours of clinical practice across children's mental health and adult therapy, I provide a nurturing and confidential space for exploration and recovery. Whether you are grappling with anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, or other challenges, I aim to collaboratively guide you towards sustainable well-being.
01674 907746 View 01674 907746
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Wendy Nicoll Counselling
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
We all need some help from time to time. My experience is in collaborating with clients in a safe and non-judgemental environment, to help work through difficult situations or feelings, help improve mood, develop better coping mechanisms, and learn ways to think more fondly of yourself. I can also help you to develop healthier lifestyle habits and more useful behaviours, particularly for those who are overweight; struggle with yo-yo dieting; bingeeating, or are during or pre/post weightloss injection use or bariatric surgery. We can work to increase your self-esteem and self-confidence and reduce negative body image thoughts.
We all need some help from time to time. My experience is in collaborating with clients in a safe and non-judgemental environment, to help work through difficult situations or feelings, help improve mood, develop better coping mechanisms, and learn ways to think more fondly of yourself. I can also help you to develop healthier lifestyle habits and more useful behaviours, particularly for those who are overweight; struggle with yo-yo dieting; bingeeating, or are during or pre/post weightloss injection use or bariatric surgery. We can work to increase your self-esteem and self-confidence and reduce negative body image thoughts.
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Therapy in the City
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Dundee DD4
The first steps we take on our healing journey can be the most challenging but finding the right therapist to work with that you can trust and feel comfortable with can make all the difference in helping you move forward and feel safe and supported in exploring the issues you are facing. I have always believed therapy should be an informal, authentic and relaxing experience. The therapeutic approach I offer is gentle and empathetic , you will find yourself at the centre of our therapy together building a trusting relationship, valuing your individuality rather than just working with your issue.
The first steps we take on our healing journey can be the most challenging but finding the right therapist to work with that you can trust and feel comfortable with can make all the difference in helping you move forward and feel safe and supported in exploring the issues you are facing. I have always believed therapy should be an informal, authentic and relaxing experience. The therapeutic approach I offer is gentle and empathetic , you will find yourself at the centre of our therapy together building a trusting relationship, valuing your individuality rather than just working with your issue.
01382 279927 View 01382 279927
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Beingwell
Counsellor, MBACP
Dundee DD2
Hello, My name is Lynda and I am the counsellor within Beingwell, a holistic wellbeing centre in Dundee. Counselling can benefit everyone and aims to address people's life problems in a safe environment where you will be listened to without fear of criticism or judgement. Our relationship is really important to me and I would want to work in a flexible and collaborative way to ensure that you feel comfortable and empowered in our sessions together. I offer short or long term counselling to be decided together.
Hello, My name is Lynda and I am the counsellor within Beingwell, a holistic wellbeing centre in Dundee. Counselling can benefit everyone and aims to address people's life problems in a safe environment where you will be listened to without fear of criticism or judgement. Our relationship is really important to me and I would want to work in a flexible and collaborative way to ensure that you feel comfortable and empowered in our sessions together. I offer short or long term counselling to be decided together.
01382 933266 View 01382 933266
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Suzy Cheong counselling
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
I believe we all have the ability in us to make the changes that help us live our lives happier and fulfilled. I am honest, and I will ask questions to challenge you If you are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety and distress about your eating behaviours? If you feel dread over the next meal or anxiety around food? Do you reach for food as a reward and then not be able to stop? Sometimes, past events/trauma can cause a lot of anxiety around food and our behaviour towards food. This can lead to different types of eating disorders like anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorder. What can we do to find peace with ourselves and with food.
I believe we all have the ability in us to make the changes that help us live our lives happier and fulfilled. I am honest, and I will ask questions to challenge you If you are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety and distress about your eating behaviours? If you feel dread over the next meal or anxiety around food? Do you reach for food as a reward and then not be able to stop? Sometimes, past events/trauma can cause a lot of anxiety around food and our behaviour towards food. This can lead to different types of eating disorders like anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorder. What can we do to find peace with ourselves and with food.
01333 406826 View 01333 406826
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Ruth Micallef
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Do you often feel a sense of guilt or shame around food? Do thoughts of food become intrusive or overwhelming? Are you often binging or eating until you feel uncomfortable or sick? Perhaps you are fixated on 'healthy' or 'clean' eating? Maybe you 'purge' by excessively exercising, restricting, making yourself sick, using laxatives, or have a history of yo-yo dieting? Perhaps you avoid whole food groups and are often called a 'fussy' or 'picky' eater? Or a combination of any of the above? It sounds like you are struggling with an Eating Disorder!
Do you often feel a sense of guilt or shame around food? Do thoughts of food become intrusive or overwhelming? Are you often binging or eating until you feel uncomfortable or sick? Perhaps you are fixated on 'healthy' or 'clean' eating? Maybe you 'purge' by excessively exercising, restricting, making yourself sick, using laxatives, or have a history of yo-yo dieting? Perhaps you avoid whole food groups and are often called a 'fussy' or 'picky' eater? Or a combination of any of the above? It sounds like you are struggling with an Eating Disorder!
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Online Therapists

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Fiona Perkins
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Glasgow G33
I became a Psychotherapist because I’ve seen what it’s like when life breaks you open — when love hurts more than it heals, when you lose yourself trying to hold everything together. But, I have also seen the other side of recovery where pain is turned into healing, boundaries and a greater self worth! My work now is about helping others find their way back to safety, confidence, and connection — whether that’s healing from domestic abuse, rebuilding after trauma, or learning how to have healthy, grounded relationships again. If you’re ready to understand yourself better and start feeling stronger then you’re in the right place.
I became a Psychotherapist because I’ve seen what it’s like when life breaks you open — when love hurts more than it heals, when you lose yourself trying to hold everything together. But, I have also seen the other side of recovery where pain is turned into healing, boundaries and a greater self worth! My work now is about helping others find their way back to safety, confidence, and connection — whether that’s healing from domestic abuse, rebuilding after trauma, or learning how to have healthy, grounded relationships again. If you’re ready to understand yourself better and start feeling stronger then you’re in the right place.
0141 280 1640 View 0141 280 1640
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Louise Jane Woodward
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MCOSCA
2 Endorsed
Cupar KY15
Do you find yourself feeling disconnected, lost, or struggling with your sense of identity after a traumatic experience? Trauma can often lead to a profound sense of disconnection from oneself. Together, we'll explore different techniques, empowering you to reconnect with your true identity, rediscover your strengths, and reclaim your sense of self. Not all emotions or experiences can be easily put into words. I incorporate creative methods to explore emotions, thoughts, and experiences in a non-verbal way, fostering a deeper understanding and facilitating healing.
Do you find yourself feeling disconnected, lost, or struggling with your sense of identity after a traumatic experience? Trauma can often lead to a profound sense of disconnection from oneself. Together, we'll explore different techniques, empowering you to reconnect with your true identity, rediscover your strengths, and reclaim your sense of self. Not all emotions or experiences can be easily put into words. I incorporate creative methods to explore emotions, thoughts, and experiences in a non-verbal way, fostering a deeper understanding and facilitating healing.
01337 327003 View 01337 327003
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Alison Walker
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Aberlady EH32
I work with adults (18+), and have specific experience working with students and young adults as they navigate a deeper understanding of themselves and their place in the world. I pride myself in the relationship I build with clients who tell me I offer a warm, empathic, safe, non judgemental and trusting space to explore their experiences and associated thoughts and feelings. I believe you already have the capacity for growth and healing within you. My role is simply to help you reconnect with, and trust, that inner strength.
I work with adults (18+), and have specific experience working with students and young adults as they navigate a deeper understanding of themselves and their place in the world. I pride myself in the relationship I build with clients who tell me I offer a warm, empathic, safe, non judgemental and trusting space to explore their experiences and associated thoughts and feelings. I believe you already have the capacity for growth and healing within you. My role is simply to help you reconnect with, and trust, that inner strength.
01620 678800 View 01620 678800
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Zoe Powell Martin
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
Hello, I'm Zoe - it's a pleasure to meet you. I am an experienced LGBTQ+ and University counsellor currently offering online counselling, psychotherapy and pluralistic clinical supervision. I provide a warm, safe and nurturing space to support you on your therapeutic journey. As a therapist, I am committed to ensure that your therapy sessions are co-constructed to meet your individual therapeutic needs. Benefitting from shared-decision making, a focus on therapeutic direction as well as empathy, support, compassion and attention, you can expect a uniquely inclusive and collaborative therapeutic experience.
Hello, I'm Zoe - it's a pleasure to meet you. I am an experienced LGBTQ+ and University counsellor currently offering online counselling, psychotherapy and pluralistic clinical supervision. I provide a warm, safe and nurturing space to support you on your therapeutic journey. As a therapist, I am committed to ensure that your therapy sessions are co-constructed to meet your individual therapeutic needs. Benefitting from shared-decision making, a focus on therapeutic direction as well as empathy, support, compassion and attention, you can expect a uniquely inclusive and collaborative therapeutic experience.
01363 722166 View 01363 722166
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Constantinos Leftheriotis
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
2 Endorsed
Edinburgh EH10
If you're feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns you can't seem to break, you're in the right place. My name is Constantinos. I'm a BACP Accredited Psychotherapist, which means I've met the highest professional standards set by the UK's leading counselling body. I work with people who are ready to understand themselves better, feel more in control, and live more freely. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or self-esteem, I'm here to help. You don't have to have everything figured out before reaching out. You're not alone in this.
If you're feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns you can't seem to break, you're in the right place. My name is Constantinos. I'm a BACP Accredited Psychotherapist, which means I've met the highest professional standards set by the UK's leading counselling body. I work with people who are ready to understand themselves better, feel more in control, and live more freely. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or self-esteem, I'm here to help. You don't have to have everything figured out before reaching out. You're not alone in this.
0131 381 1755 View 0131 381 1755
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The Psychology Rooms Clinic - Director Dr McNeill
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 25+ years’ experience treating children, adolescents, and adults. As Director of The Psychology Rooms, I have a team of twenty mental health clinicians. I treat anxiety, depression, trauma, health issues, stress, appearance concerns, and more, using CBT, EMDR (incl. for under-14s), ACT, CFT, motivational interviewing and mindfulness. I have established working relationships with psychiatrists child and adult, medical consultants, dietitians, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists to ensure a team-based treatment approach when required.
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 25+ years’ experience treating children, adolescents, and adults. As Director of The Psychology Rooms, I have a team of twenty mental health clinicians. I treat anxiety, depression, trauma, health issues, stress, appearance concerns, and more, using CBT, EMDR (incl. for under-14s), ACT, CFT, motivational interviewing and mindfulness. I have established working relationships with psychiatrists child and adult, medical consultants, dietitians, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists to ensure a team-based treatment approach when required.
0141 473 6870 View 0141 473 6870
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Lorena Recio Aparicio
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Many of my clients are adults who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in low self-esteem, or emotionally drained by relationship difficulties. Some are going through big life transitions or struggling to set healthy boundaries. They want to feel more balanced, confident, and able to cope. Often, they’re looking for a calm, supportive space where they can make sense of their thoughts and feelings – in a way that feels safe, respectful and non-judgmental.
Many of my clients are adults who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in low self-esteem, or emotionally drained by relationship difficulties. Some are going through big life transitions or struggling to set healthy boundaries. They want to feel more balanced, confident, and able to cope. Often, they’re looking for a calm, supportive space where they can make sense of their thoughts and feelings – in a way that feels safe, respectful and non-judgmental.
0131 381 8043 View 0131 381 8043
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Dr Susie Heggarty
Psychologist, MBBS, GMBPsS
Online Only
Looking for the headspace and a helping hand to break through the noise – the circular thoughts, the well-meaning advice? Trying to feel like the boss of your life again? Wanting to move forward but feeling stuck or questioning your direction? Maybe you know what you need to do, but doubt how you can get there? You want to gain real confidence, manage challenging relationships, or stop feeling overwhelmed by a complex decision. Hi there! I’m Dr Susie and I can help you with all of that. To build clarity and confidence, as well as, strategy, actionable steps and the personal tools to thrive amidst the unavoidable challenges of life.
Looking for the headspace and a helping hand to break through the noise – the circular thoughts, the well-meaning advice? Trying to feel like the boss of your life again? Wanting to move forward but feeling stuck or questioning your direction? Maybe you know what you need to do, but doubt how you can get there? You want to gain real confidence, manage challenging relationships, or stop feeling overwhelmed by a complex decision. Hi there! I’m Dr Susie and I can help you with all of that. To build clarity and confidence, as well as, strategy, actionable steps and the personal tools to thrive amidst the unavoidable challenges of life.
01483 967598 View 01483 967598
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The Psychology Rooms clinic
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
The Psychology Rooms is large mental health clinic with expertise in CAMHS, adult mental health and physical health (pain and medical conditions). Our clinic is friendly and our clinic rooms are designed specifically for adults, teens or children. We are open from 9am to 8pm to suit school and work hours. We offer are: • Evidence based psychological therapies for all ages, families and couples • Psychological assessment for surgery (cosmetic and medical) • Psychological preparation for coping with surgery or genetic testing • Expert witness reports for court, tribunals and compensation. • Mental health first aid training
The Psychology Rooms is large mental health clinic with expertise in CAMHS, adult mental health and physical health (pain and medical conditions). Our clinic is friendly and our clinic rooms are designed specifically for adults, teens or children. We are open from 9am to 8pm to suit school and work hours. We offer are: • Evidence based psychological therapies for all ages, families and couples • Psychological assessment for surgery (cosmetic and medical) • Psychological preparation for coping with surgery or genetic testing • Expert witness reports for court, tribunals and compensation. • Mental health first aid training
0141 673 3254 View 0141 673 3254
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Ashim Burungu
Psychotherapist
5 Endorsed
I’m a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and founder of Revive CBT and Counselling, offering support in Glasgow and online across the UK. I specialise in anxiety, depression, OCD, and low self-esteem, using practical, evidence-based CBT to help you understand your difficulties and create lasting change. My approach is supportive, straightforward, and results-focused. Sessions are affordable ranging from £40-£60 and never exceed £60, helping keep therapy accessible.
I’m a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and founder of Revive CBT and Counselling, offering support in Glasgow and online across the UK. I specialise in anxiety, depression, OCD, and low self-esteem, using practical, evidence-based CBT to help you understand your difficulties and create lasting change. My approach is supportive, straightforward, and results-focused. Sessions are affordable ranging from £40-£60 and never exceed £60, helping keep therapy accessible.
01236 801839 View 01236 801839
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Catriona Bowie
Counsellor, MCOSCA
There are countless reasons why someone might be looking for a counsellor. Everyone in the world is unique and as such their worries, concerns or issues are also unique. Since Covid the world has changed and as such your life might have too. As a Person Centred Counsellor my hope is to help you through whatever is not right for you and to be able to help you be the best you possible. I offer a safe, supportive, confidential and non-judgemental place for your counselling journey.
There are countless reasons why someone might be looking for a counsellor. Everyone in the world is unique and as such their worries, concerns or issues are also unique. Since Covid the world has changed and as such your life might have too. As a Person Centred Counsellor my hope is to help you through whatever is not right for you and to be able to help you be the best you possible. I offer a safe, supportive, confidential and non-judgemental place for your counselling journey.
01456 498719 View 01456 498719
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Maureen McFarlane
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Trainedat Strathclyde University (Masters of Science in Counselling) Calm, friendly non-judgemental approach befitting clients who want a relaxed, approachable, confidential and professional therapist Specialist in Couples Counselling, Anxiety and Autistic Spectrum issues My work with clients. I believe the work I do with clients is an "equal" relationship. I assist them to get to the place they want to go or find the right path for them. I work with three main groups of clients, those who have issues with anxiety/depression, autism and those looking for couples therapy. When working with anxiety, I determine what sort of anxie
Trainedat Strathclyde University (Masters of Science in Counselling) Calm, friendly non-judgemental approach befitting clients who want a relaxed, approachable, confidential and professional therapist Specialist in Couples Counselling, Anxiety and Autistic Spectrum issues My work with clients. I believe the work I do with clients is an "equal" relationship. I assist them to get to the place they want to go or find the right path for them. I work with three main groups of clients, those who have issues with anxiety/depression, autism and those looking for couples therapy. When working with anxiety, I determine what sort of anxie
01563 590867 View 01563 590867
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Dr Emma Darroch
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Glasgow G61
Waitlist for new clients
No matter what you are going through, I am here to listen and to help. Life can be truly difficult at times and I am passionate about empowering people to work through its challenges. Whether you feel that you need a supportive space to talk, want to learn coping strategies for your difficulties and life's challenges so that you are not held back in achieving what you want from life, or are looking to work through traumatic experiences, my aim is to help you find a way forward that best suits you. I have broad experience working with diverse mental health concerns & across various settings Testimonials: www.mindsetmattersuk.com
No matter what you are going through, I am here to listen and to help. Life can be truly difficult at times and I am passionate about empowering people to work through its challenges. Whether you feel that you need a supportive space to talk, want to learn coping strategies for your difficulties and life's challenges so that you are not held back in achieving what you want from life, or are looking to work through traumatic experiences, my aim is to help you find a way forward that best suits you. I have broad experience working with diverse mental health concerns & across various settings Testimonials: www.mindsetmattersuk.com
0141 673 4030 View 0141 673 4030
Weight Loss Counsellors
What is the relationship between weight management and mental health?
Mental health can be significantly influenced by one's physical health, so overall improvements in one's quality of life as a result of improved physical functioning from weight loss can have an overall positive impact on an individual's mental health and allow them to engage more readily in everyday activities. In addition, many strategies used to manage weight, such as exercise and maintaining a healthy diet, are also associated with reducing the symptoms of common mental health conditions, such as anxiety or depression. Individuals may also benefit from the improved self-esteem and self-efficacy that can come with successful weight management.

What is the psychological approach to losing weight?
While there are no specific therapy modalities specifically for weight loss, common psychological therapies can be highly effective in helping clients make lasting lifestyle changes. This may be called the "psychological approach" to weight loss because it does not rely on physical interventions, such as medication or weight loss surgery, to help clients lose weight. Weight loss counselling can be used in addition to or instead of such physical interventions. Some clients simply seek therapy to address the challenges that may accompany weight loss in general, including negative thoughts surrounding their body, disordered eating patterns, or difficulty completing daily tasks as a result of their weight challenges. In such cases, therapists will often utilise behavioural coaching or Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques to help clients understand how their thoughts may be influencing their diet and physical activity patterns.

What type of therapy is commonly used in weight loss counselling?
Weight loss counseling often involves a combination of therapy and psychoeducation. Common techniques used by weight loss counselors include journalling, thought diaries, and other Cognitive Behavioural Therapy strategies that encourage clients to consider how their feelings about their weight loss impact their mental health. Weight loss counsellors may also teach clients mindfulness exercises, which can be used by clients during and after eating to be more aware of physical cues from their body surrounding eating. Some clients looking for weight loss therapy may also benefit from group therapy approaches, which utilise the power of social connection and accountability to help clients adhere to their weight loss plan.

Is therapy recommended for individuals undergoing bariatric surgery?
While therapy is not a requirement for individuals undergoing bariatric surgery, many individuals undergoing weight loss surgery may benefit from seeing a counsellor. Prior to surgery, counsellors can help clients decide whether surgical weight loss is a good fit for them and assist in surgery preparation. Post-surgery, counsellors can assist clients with the psychological component of maintaining their weight loss, as well as help clients navigate any postoperative pain. Throughout the surgical process, therapists can help clients process body-image challenges that may come with dramatic changes in weight, as well as manage symptoms of anxiety or depression that may accompany the major life changes bariatric surgery can bring.